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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,688 cc

928 VRLMOT history

928 VRL is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 9 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 19 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 136,835 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

928 VRL black Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Dec 2026
Mileage
136,835 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,725 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
928 VRL
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,688 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
9 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

928 VRL was last recorded at 136,835 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 31 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,804 miles · 3 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
31 miles
Average per year
5,725 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 136,835 miles
  • 2024 – 128,123 miles
  • 2023 – 119,561 miles
  • 2022 – 114,773 miles
  • 2021 – 109,155 miles
  • 2019 – 100,382 miles
  • 2018 – 95,819 miles
  • 2017 – 87,612 miles
  • 2016 – 84,163 miles
  • 2015 – 80,188 miles
  • 2014 – 76,128 miles
  • 2013 – 73,261 miles
  • 2011 – 67,618 miles
  • 2010 – 63,319 miles
  • 2009 – 59,348 miles
  • 2008 – 54,250 miles
  • 2007 – 30,296 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,835 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Inner Face

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 26 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,835 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    136,835 miles
    Test number
    332972293255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail136,804 miles (+8,681)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,804 miles
    Test number
    628570811608
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass128,123 miles (+134)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    128,123 miles
    Test number
    583130888932
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Inner Face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail127,989 miles (+8,428)7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,989 miles
    Test number
    928823382922
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn + Boot Split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened Lower Arm Bracket + Subframe By Bracket (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened Spring Cup (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened Both Lower Arm Brackets (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Inner Face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass119,561 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    119,561 miles
    Test number
    193864823004
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + Cracking In Tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail119,559 miles (+4,786)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,559 miles
    Test number
    460012569793
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Along Subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + Cracking In Tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass114,773 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    114,773 miles
    Test number
    967922358049
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play axial arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail114,773 miles (+5,618)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,773 miles
    Test number
    916889648719
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play axial arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass109,155 miles (+245)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    109,155 miles
    Test number
    174348412372
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail108,910 miles (+3,910)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,910 miles
    Test number
    354810513211
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass105,000 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    105,000 miles
    Test number
    773000747908
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play axial arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge 275/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted hampering inspection of inner sills and brake pipes

  12. Fail104,998 miles (+4,616)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,998 miles
    Test number
    543107791157
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working in mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play axial arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge 275/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted hampering inspection of inner sills and brake pipes

  13. Pass100,382 miles (+4,563)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    100,382 miles
    Test number
    560628841549
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront both headlamp lenses need cleaning
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Pass95,819 miles (+97)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    95,819 miles
    Test number
    306485522519
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeveral small chips windscreen

  15. Fail95,722 miles (+8,110)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,722 miles
    Test number
    558561675457
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeveral small chips windscreen

  16. Pass87,612 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    87,612 miles
    Test number
    846191071542
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail87,612 miles (+3,449)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,612 miles
    Test number
    347967011417
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass84,163 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    84,163 miles
    Test number
    430184247957
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail84,159 miles (+3,971)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,159 miles
    Test number
    320394572946
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass80,188 miles (+4,060)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    80,188 miles
    Test number
    129226475099
    • NoteCorrosion and rustproofing to various areas of vehicle underside
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteSlight play in nearside track rod end balljoint
    • NoteSlight play in offside front lower balljoint

  21. Pass76,128 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    76,128 miles
    Test number
    647802774045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail76,092 miles (+2,831)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,092 miles
    Test number
    588924164067
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass73,261 miles (+5,643)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    73,261 miles
    Test number
    678230973085
    • NoteCorrosion to various areas of vehicle underside
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing low

  24. Pass67,618 miles (+4,299)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    67,618 miles
    Test number
    558136681272
    • NoteBoth front anti roll bar mounts slightly worn
    • NoteCorrosion to various rear metal brake pipes
    • NoteVery slight play in nearside track rod end

  25. Pass63,319 miles (+3,971)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    63,319 miles
    Test number
    114389270207
    • NoteNail in tread area of offside front tyre

  26. Pass59,348 miles (+5,098)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    59,348 miles
    Test number
    821338639289
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnable to inspect all areas due to plastic covers

  27. Pass54,250 miles (+1,612)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    54,250 miles
    Test number
    784472138222
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to wear on edges
    • NoteNearside repeater lense cracked
    • NoteSlight play in both front anti roll bar link bushes

  28. Pass52,638 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    52,638 miles
    Test number
    584629698010
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Fail52,638 miles (+22,342)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,638 miles
    Test number
    942699498053
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass30,296 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    30,296 miles
    Test number
    914636617180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail30,294 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,294 miles
    Test number
    252886317134
    • FailureFront suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about 928 VRL

What vehicle is registration 928 VRL currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 928 VRL on a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 9 Mar 2004. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 928 VRL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 928 VRL is valid until 19 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on 928 VRL?
The MOT on 928 VRL is valid until 19 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 928 VRL done?
928 VRL was recorded at 136,835 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 5,725 miles a year.
Has 928 VRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 928 VRL has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on 928 VRL ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 928 VRL find?
928 VRL passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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